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February 1, 2019

Newsletter for Offshore Residents of Pittwater, Australia - Volume 20, Issue 1058

SIRA News
Greg Roberts (OAM)
Bulky Goods Cleanup
Rubber Jellyfish - Film
Northern Beaches Council Notice
Co-Op Club February Bookings
Wanted artists and/or horticulturist/plant lovers
Looking for Commuter boat
Lovett Bay Home to Rent
Boat for Sale
Furniture for Sale
The Local Contact Guide
Join Scotland island Residents Association
Join West Pittwater Community Association
Archived Newsletters
Your subscription Information

SIRA

NEWS

PITTWATER WATERWAY STRATEGY (DRAFT)

The draft strategy sets our direction for sustainably managing the waterway for the next 20 years.

Comment online or find out more at a drop-in session:

Saturday, 2nd February
12 - 2pm, Church Point Wharf

Comments close Sunday, 3rd February.

Congratulations Greg Roberts OAM

MEDAL (OAM) OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA

Mr Gregory Blaxland ROBERTS
Scotland Island
NSW 2105

For service to the community of Sydney's Northern Beaches.

Long Reef Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC)

Committee member.
Bronze Medallion Instructor.
Member 1955 to late 70's.

Rotary Club of North Sydney

Projects such as development of the Safer Driver Course' for year 11 and 12 secondary students, working with small committee.
Member, since 1966 to 2009.

Scotland Island Resident's Association (SIRA)

President 2000-2003.•Vice-President, 1996-1999.
Committee member, 1996-2012.
Member, since 1966 and Life Member

Pittwater Community

Member Representing SIRA, Pittwater User Group,a community group concerned with the best and fairest use of the waterway of Pittwater, since 2009.
Pittwater Strategic Plan 2020, working with the then Pittwater Council and the community, 2010.
Member, Built Environment Group, 3 years, including development Steps to a Sustainable Home' booklet.

Home Access Association

Founder and Member, 2000-2013. (representing home owners who can only get to the mainland by water to achieve a fair basis from Crown Lands, achieved in 2013)
Contributor, Sustainable Ingleside Advocacy Group, since 2014.

Awards and recognition include:

Environment Award, Pittwater Council

Congratulations Greg, we are all very proud of you. This award and recognition of what you have done is truly deserved!

Bulky Goods Clean Up

Monday, February 4

PLEASE NOTE

Please read Collection Guidelines before putting your material out!
The total quantity per household should not to exceed 3 cubic metres (3m x 1m x 1m)

IMPORTANT NOTE: NO ASBESTOS TO BE PLACED OUT FOR COLLECTION

Asbestos is extremely hazardous to everyone’s health.
This includes what is known as “fibro” which is an asbestos based product.
URM is legally bound and reserves the right to close down the collection should any asbestos be found thrown out for the Clear Out

UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS

Computers & TV's
Asbestos, batteries and household chemicals
Building materials – wall linings, gyprock, studs, timber beams, tiles, concrete
Car, motor and boat parts, rubber tyres – rims are accepted
Food, full gas bottles (open valve), glass including windows, panes, mirrors, panels, shower screens, picture frames, liquid paints, oils, fuel, soil, earth, fill, bricks
Recyclable materials – paper and cardboard, soiled wrappings, vegetation, plants

Unacceptable Items will not be collected

It is your responsibility to remove unacceptable items from roadside

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS

Appliances such as stoves and fridges – remove doors; frames with glass removed – break glass into newspaper, wrap securely and put in household garbage
Paint tins and fuel containers – with the lid off and no liquid
Manageable quantities of: delivery pallets, wooden stairs, decking, gates, fencing, guttering, down piping, iron sheets and water tanks – cut down to 1.2 metre lengths and able to be lifted by one person; nails must not stick out – please hammer down; hot water systems – emptied
Metals to be kept separate, where possible, to be taken to Kimbriki Recycling & Waste Facility for re-processing and re-use
- Place metals in a separate pile to other general clean up materials

The waste collection team will greatly appreciate your co-operation.

Mona Vale Road (East) upgrade to Commence

IMPORTANT information for motorists using Mona Vale Rd, between Ingleside & Mona Vale each day. The 3.2km Mona Vale Road (East) upgrade from 2 lanes to 4 lanes starts next Tuesday 29th January.

First Activities:

removing trees, shrubs and other vegetation on both sides of Mona Vale Road between Daydream Street, Mona Vale, and Lane Cove Road, Ingleside
installing traffic controls, such as barriers, signs, line-marking
setting up the site compound for the project team
delivering materials and equipment to site.

Potential Disruptions:

noise and dust from rock cuttings
traffic changes such as contra-flows and detours
traffic delays, including additional heavy vehicles on the roads
night work
driveway realignment for several residents on Mona Vale Road
major utility relocations in and around Ponderosa Parade, Samuel Street and Foley Street.

January 2019 project update(PDF: 11.6Mb)

Visit RMS Webpage: Mona Vale Road East upgrade - Manor Road, Ingleside to Foley Street, Mona Vale

Also available in pittwater Online news issue 391 :Upgrade Of Mona Vale Road East To Commence This Month - an overview of what to expect

Rubber Jellyfish

Wednesday 20 February 2019

6:30 PM

Hoyts Warringah Mall

The film, Rubber Jellyfish, is a delightful and engaging documentary which explores the adverse effect of one of our favourite party products, the helium balloon, on the environment, its potentially deadly effect on human beings, and its heartbreaking impact on sea turtles. The event will include an introductory speech and Q&A by marine animal activist, educator and plastic warrior Malin Frick of Northern Beaches Clean Up Crew.

Details of the screening are as follows:
Date: Wednesday 20 February 2019
Time: 6:30 PM
Where: Hoyts Warringah Mall

If you wish to view a trailer or find out more information about the film you can visit: https://rubberjellyfishmovie.com/watch/

If you wish to share the event it may be shared from the Northern Beaches Clean Up Crew Facebook page at this link:
https://www.facebook.com/events/338402106990309/. From this page you can also invite your own Facebook friends to the event.

To reserve tickets please visit: https://tickets.demand.film/event/6708qLvdnQla

Nb: If you are not familiar with Demand Films, unlike a traditional movie showing Demand Film screenings require that a minimum number of tickets be reserved within 5 days of the event in order for the screening to occur, so please encourage interested people to book early.

The Co-Op Club Presents

February 2019 Bookings

Church Point Cafe - Artists play between 3:30 - 6:30pm

The Waterfront Café’s Co-Op Club presents the finest live music North side of the bridge from 3.30pm every Sunday. Come and immerse yourself in some wonderful music by the waters edge with great friends, your favourite beverage, some wonderful music and a huge range of delicious menu specials.
1860 Pittwater Rd Church Point – bookings 99796633

www.facebook.com/thecoopclubchurchpoint
www.waterfrontstore.com.au

Wanted artists and/or horticulturist/plant lovers

I am creating a series of short videos for an American company PLANTPOP https://plantpop.com who feature short documentary style videos about the relationships between people and plants.

I’m particularly looking for people who interact creatively with plants or feature plants in their artworks. The company are keen to get an international perspective and I would like to work locally with our community members so I can have the opportunity to show off our diverse skills. There would be no payment, however it would be a good opportunity to get exposure for what you do.

If you are interested or know someone that might be please let me know! :)

Contact: Micah Lihachov
Email: micahlihachov@gmail.com
Phone: 0421 112 994

Looking for a commuter boat Feb to Dec 2019

We are a couple experienced living offshore (Lovett Bay) and dealing with boats and commuter wharf.

From end-Feb to beginning Dec 2019 we'll be minding a house with deep front Jetty on Scotland Island.
We sold our polycraft last year and were wondering if someone would be interested to rent or lease us a commuter boat (with canopy) for the period.

We would service it at the end of the period (on top of the rent) and I can get a ticket for commuter wharf under my name.
Since I work from home, the boat would rarely be kept at the wharf..
.
Open to any proposition around the concept.

Jean Paul and Jen
lettertojeanpaul@gmail.com

Lovett Bay Home to Rent

Three bedroom waterfront home available for immediate rent.

Very sheltered northerly aspect. Flat lawn and deepwater jetty / pontoon.

Tel 0420 995 224

Boat for Sale

We recently purchased a larger boat so our 4.3M Coxcraft dearly referred to as "Gumleaf" is for sale.

Fiberglass boat, hull in excellent condition.
Original Engine Yamaha 40 HP 2 stroke, starts every time. Very easy.
All boat covers replaced last year. So, stay dry this winter.
Replaced entire steering 18 months ago.
Equipped with lights, bilge bump, safety gear.
Bottom is clean, but it is due for anti-foul.

Island price $ 3500.00

Contact: Mary 0438 632 855 or email mcfrey37@gmail.com

Furniture For Sale - Scotland Island

Queen mattress- $100 IKEA Sultan Horninge Spring Mattress

Good Condition

Queen Mattress and bed base - $50

Comfortable/ good condition/ has a few stains( but only from spilt tea or water!)

Ikea Molger coffee table/ bench

Good condition $25

Ikea Frosta stools

2 available $5 each

Ikea Lerhamn dining table

Good condition $50

Ikea Bekvam Stepstool $10

Ikea Forhoja Kitchen Island Bench/Trolley

Good condition $ 100

Double drawer filing cabinet /bedside table

$10

Queen size sofa bed

Very comfortable/ thick mattress
$100

Caravan $500

Great for kids retreat/cubby/extra bedroom
Has some water damage in one corner
Tows fine but may need to be lifted off site
Have checked and local truck guys can do this.

Please call Sophie on 0432611976
Or email sophie_hay@hotmail.com

The Local Guide

Community Information

Scotland Island Web Site - www.scotlandisland.org.au

What's On Event Calendar -click to go to the Calendar

Scotland Island Residents Facebook Page - click to go to Page

Scotland Island Rural Fire Brigade - 9999 4404 - http://www.sirfb.org.au

West Pittwater Rural Fire Brigade
http://www.westpittwater.com.au/rural-fire-brigade/WPRFB-contacts - 9997-3795

Offshore Photo Gallery -offshore gallery

Scotland Island Residents Association (SIRA) Membership details - click here for details

West Pittwater Community Association (WPCA) - www.westpittwater.com.au

Scotland Island Emergency Non-potable Water

Agreement for Sale of Non-potable Water
SIRA Membership Application
Emergency Non-potable Water Guidelines
General Information, Map & Contacts

http://www.scotlandisland.org.au/community/emergency-water/

Scotland Island & Offshore Children's Services (SIOCS)

Long Day Care at The Island Kindy in Catherine Park
Days of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Times: 8.00am - 6.00pm
Before & After School Care
8.00am until walked to school ferry - collected from school ferry until 6.00pm
Vacation Care, Casual Care and Playgroup on Fridays
Hire the Kindy for Birthday Parties

Please call 02 9979 7856 or email SIOCSdirector@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theislandkindy
Website: http://scotlandislandkindy.business.site/

Scotland Island Community Hall Bookings: Barbara Labram M: 0473008339 or hall@sira.org.au

Pittwater Online News - http://www.pittwateronlinenews.com

Tick Fact Sheet

TUG Waitlist (Tennis User Group) - Application Form

Transport

Scotland Island Community Vehicle - 0404 103 700 - Number, Usage & Charges

Church Point Ferries - 0408 296 997 Ferry Timetable click here

Pink Water Taxi - 0428 238 190

Pittwater Offshore Services - Contact Tim Byrne on 0416 003 205

Broken Bay Lighterage & Mooring Services - Barges - Scotland Island - Toby/Dave - 0418 649 158

Manly Warringah Cabs - 02 9972 5600

Palm Beach Cruises - 02 9997 4815

Real Estate

PMC Hill - 9999 4902 http://www.pmchill.com.au/

John Gavagna at Residential Real Estate Agents – 9999 4499 www.residentialagents.com.au

Waterford Partners Pty Ltd - Therese O'Neill 0424 22 44 12

L.J.Hooker Mona Vale - 9979 8000 http://www.ljhooker.com.au/monavale

Murray Bakker – Stone – murraybakker@stonerealestate.com.au – 0449 901 669

Services, Clubs & Accommodation

Justice of the Peace - Bob Mitchell (Mackerel Beach) - 0419 745 628

Justice of the Peace - Tony Hendel - 0419 242723

Justice of the Peace - Andy Derijk - Elvina Bay 0418 613 890

Justice of the Peace - Lexie Le Blang 0418399674 or 99992574

Justice of the Peace - Graham Stenner - 0407216405

Justice of the Peace - Carolyn Milani - 0409914699

Pittwater Community Arts Inc. - Enquiries Lorrie Morgan 9997 8079 lorriemay@bigpond.com

Peninsula Music Club - enquiries Janice Tuynman - 99991937 - jt@swift dsl.com.au

Woody Point Yacht Club - http://www.wpyc.com.au commodore@wpyc.com.au

Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club - 02 9997 1022 http://www.rpayc.com.au/

Royal Motor Yacht Club - http://www.royalmotor.com.au/ 02 9997 5511

Scotland Island Lodge - Bed & Breakfast - 02 9979 3301 or http://www.scotlandislandlodge.com.au

Pittwater Youth Hostel - (02) 9999 5748 (8-11 am and 5-8 pm)
http://www.yha.com.au/hostels/nsw/sydney-surrounds/pittwater/

Handy Service - "No job too small" - Call Alan 0447 775 541

Electrician Wayne on Scotland Island 0418 229 277 - offshore community sparky - www.sparky.com.au

David Walsh - Graphic Design - Custom Made Sculpture - 0404 239 212 - ital2@optusnet.com.au

Dog Wash & Grooming - Call Jenni: 0450 444 100 or Email: jena50@hotmail.com

Free Pump Outs for Boats - Council with RMS installed a pump out at Careel Bay wharf

Top water purification system installed for offshore homes: Call Juliette 0418349448

Solicitor - Rachel Carter - Carter O'Neill Legal - 0406 239 946

Island Based Domestic Cleaner - Kath - 0405097424 - kathando@yahoo.com

Building Design and Drafting Services - Samuela Madej – Murphy ph. 0450331573
email: samuelamadej@gmail.com

Qualified Deep Tissue & Swedish Massage - Mona 0490701213

Island Based Cleaner - Uses predominantly Organic & Natural Products - Mona 0490701213

Island Classes (Fitness, Dance, Art etc)

Pilates, Meditation and Group Fitness with Patrice - 0406 483 036 patrice.corrie@gmail.com

Art Classes- drawing and painting in oils, acrylics and mixed media- Marion 0431 457 431

Dru Yoga - Tuesday 9.00 to 10.30 Tuesday morning - Phone Katya on 0414 187 916

Dynamic Yoga Saturdays from 8.30am - 10.00am.
Drop-In Easy Hatha Yoga - Monday Evenings 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Nadine 0402 752465 / nadineomara@gmail.com

http://www.consciouslifeyoga.com.au/

Groups

Green Group For Catherine Park - Run by SIOCS - Emmie Collins on 0405 330 781

Parents & Kids Groups Playgroup - Run by SIOCS - email Emma trysemz@tpg.com.au

Catherine Park Bush Care Group, 2nd Sunday @ 9.30am, Sharon Kinnison @ 9997 6017

Island Thinking Group - Roy Baker, 9999 6891, roybaker99@yahoo.com

Government Organisations

Northern Beaches Council - 9970 1111 - email pittwater@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au Web site click here
Northern Beaches eNewsletter - Sign up for the Northern Beaches Council monthly e-newsletter
Northern Beaches Have your Say - https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say

Member for Mackellar Jason George Falinski, email clicking here or jason.falinski.mp@aph.gov.au

Member for Pittwater Rob Stokes, email pittwater@parliament.nsw.gov.au

Airlines, Buses and Railways

Sydney Airport: Arrivals and Departures	Qantas: Information	Jetstar: Information	Virgin Blue: Information
Sydney Buses: Information.	Sydney Ferries: Information	City Rail: Timetables & Information.	Country Link Rail: Timetable

Weather

Pittwater Weather
Scotland Island Tides, Moon phases, Sunrise & Sunset
Local Weather Forecast
Radar weather for Sydney (128k circle)

Emergency Contact Numbers

ALL EMERGENCIES (Police - Fire - Ambulance)	000
Police Assistance Line & Information	13 1444 or 9281 0000
Broken Bay Water Police	9910 7899 or 0412 162 093
Marine Rescue Broken Bay - Weekend	(02) 9999 3554 - (02) 8411 1121
Marine Rescue Broken Bay - VHF Radio channel	VHF Radio Channel: VHF 16 27MHz Radio Channel: 86 or 88
Scotland Island Rural Fire Service	9999 4404
Elvina Bay Rural Fire Service	9997 3795
Lovett Bay Rural Fire Service	9979 1612
Mackerl Beach Rural Fire Service	9974 1162
Rural Fire Service Headquarters Terrey Hills	9450 3000
NSW Fire Service General Information 9265 2999	9265 2999
Rural Fire Service General information	9450 3000
State Emergency Service, Warringah/Pittwater SES	13 25 00 9486 3399
National Parks & Wildlife Service: 000, general information	9457 9322
Dept of Community Services: general information	9977 6011
Sydney Water	132 090
Energy Australia	131 388, (ah) 131 909

Join SIRA

You can now join the Scotland Island Residents’ Association through the online Self-Service Portal at sira.org.au

Alternatively, there are offline methods of joining, read more here or contact secretary@sira.org.au

Join West Pittwater Community Association

To join the Western Pittwater Community Association http://www.westpittwater.com.au/Contact/join-the-wpca

Archived Newsletters

A complete set of past electronic newsletters since May 2000 can be found and read at https://ymlp.com/archive_gesgjgm.php or by clicking here or by visiting the Mona Vale Library.

The Island website is at www.scotlandisland.org.au

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